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Sarah O'Leary 🇮🇪

Before becoming the Senior Editor of DutchReview, Sarah was a fresh-faced international looking to learn more about the Netherlands. Since moving here in 2017, Sarah has added a BA in English and Philosophy (Hons.), an MA in Literature (Hons.), and over three years of writing experience at DutchReview to her skillset. When Sarah isn't acting as a safety threat to herself and others (cycling), you can find her trying to sound witty while writing about some of the stickier topics such as mortgages and Dutch law.
Financial

Separations and divorce in the Netherlands: what does it mean for our kids? An expert’s advice

The end of a relationship is never easy. However, it can be especially difficult when there are...
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Household

Here’s one way to help reduce your plastic consumption in the Netherlands

As of September 2024, only 7% of plastic packaging used in the Netherlands is actually recycled. This...
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Learn Dutch

11 Dutch songs to learn the language (and culture!) 

You could say that listening to Dutch music for the first time is like taking your first...
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Economy

Flying from Schiphol? The price of your ticket is about to go up

Almost every international in the Netherlands has become well-acquainted with the terminals of Schiphol Airport, which means...
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Culture

Dutch Quirk #46: Never close their curtains

It's happened to the best of us. You're walking along, innocently minding your own business, your eyes...
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Culture

Amsterdam’s canal houses: why are they so wonderfully weird?

Images of Amsterdam's much-loved narrow and wonky canal houses have shaped the world’s perception of Dutch architecture....
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Financial

I wanted to earn more interest on my savings, so I tried Trade Republic: here’s my experience

Life in the Netherlands is great, but it’s also expensive. I’m doing whatever I can to try...
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International

The Dutch cabinet wants to deport rejected African asylum seekers to Uganda

In a move that makes us question if the Netherlands now enjoys crumpets and cricket, the Dutch...
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